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Posted October 5, 2012 12:05 am - Updated January 22, 2016 03:46 pm

Community Calendar

Submit your event at least two weeks in advance by going to do.savannahnow.com and under Savannah’s Calendar click on the “Add a Listing” link. The site will guide you through the rest of the process. Note: You might need to sign up for a free account, if you are not already registered to the savannahnow.com website. You can also mail to Community Calendar, P.O. Box 1088, Savannah, GA 31402. Community Announcements are printed daily in the Accent section as space allows. For information, call 652-0314.

OCT. 5

Rockin’ AP Arena Rodeo

8 p.m. Oct. 5-6. 3700 Kennedy Bridge Road, Claxton. NeSmith Chevrolet will sponsor of the Rockin’ AP Arena Rodeo taking place, Friday, Oct. 5 and Saturday Oct. 6 at 8 p.m. both nights. Event proceeds benefit Evans County C.A.R.E.S. The event will be action-packed with the best in professional bull riding, steer wrestling and more. Tickets for adults are $10, for kids 6-12 years old are $5 and children 5 years old and under are free. Tickets may be purchased at the gate each night. For more information on the Rockin’ AP Arena Rodeo, contact Leigh Anderson at 912-739-1744 or visit www.nesmithnow.com.

Golf Tournament Fundraiser

9 a.m. Oct. 5. Sterling Links Golf Club, Richmond Hill. The Richmond Hill Marine Rescue Squadron Richmond Hill 7-A, a not-for-profit organization, is sponsoring its annual golf tournament fundraiser on Friday Oct. 5, at Sterling Links Golf Club in Richmond Hill. Proceeds from the tournament are used to fund volunteer rescue and recovery operations in and around the Richmond Hill area waterways that aid local law enforcement and the U.S. Coast Guard. Format is a 4 person Captain’s Choice. Entry Fee is $70/person or $280 foursome. Range balls provided. Prizes for Low Gross and Low Net awards. Lunch will be served after golf. Hole sponsorship signs placed on tee boxes are available for $100. To register or for more information, contact the following: Mickey Collins at 912-727-5204, or Bobby Sauers at 912-727-4031.

Tybee Island Pirate Fest

Oct. 4-7. Tybee Island. The 8th Annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest brings swashbucklers of all ages to the island paradise. Motley Crue frontman Vince Niel will be the headliner at a 7 p.m. Oct. 6 concert. The festivities will kick off with the coronation of the king and queen at the Buccaneer’s Ball at the Crab Shack on Oct. 4. Additional highlights for the 2012 Tybee Island Pirate Festival include The Pirate Victory Parade, Scallywags Costume Contest, Little Matey’s Cove, Thieves Market and the new Pirate Pub with live music. Pirate Fest passes $22. Children 12 and younger are admitted free. For more information, call 912-786-5444 or visit www.tybeepiratefest.com.

Carnival Bar Cabaret

7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Oct. 5 and Oct. 6. The House of Mata Hari. The House of Mata Hari, Savannah’s only speakeasy, is proud to present it’s first Vaudevillian production “Carnival Bar Cabaret” at the Carnival Bar, currently located backstage of The House of Mata Hari. Two performances will be held nightly Friday, Oct. 5 and Saturday, Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Theater doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Although The House of Mata Hari is only accessible to members, the variety show will be open to the public ages 21 and up. Tickets are $20, but Mata Hari members will get a discounted rate of $15. Seats are limited so purchase your tickets today. Call 912-272-8693 for more information.

7:30 p.m. Oct. 3- Oct. 10. Black Box Theatre. The Georgia Southern University Theatre and Performance Program will bring the critically acclaimed production “The Triangle Factory Fire Project” written by Christopher Piehler in Collaboration with Scott Alan Evans on Oct. 3-10 at the Black Box Theatre. Tickets are $5 for students, $10 for faculty/staff and general admission. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m., except Sunday’s, which begins at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased by calling 912-478-5379.

First Friday for Folk Music

7:30-10 p.m. Oct. 5. Stewart Hall, First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. First Friday for Folk Music will be held Oct. 5 at First Presbyterian Church. The two performing acts are John and Lalla McGee and Savannah’s own Bill DeYoung.

Oktoberfest on the River

Oct. 5-Oct. 7. River Street. The Savannah Riverfront invites you and your family to come and celebrate the 29th Annual Oktoberfest on the River Oct. 5-Oct. 7. More than 50 arts & crafts vendors will line the riverfront featuring everything from jewelry and ceramics to children’s clothing and home décor and accessories. There will be multiple beverage stations featuring Coca-Cola products and a variety of beer and wine. You’ll also be able to enjoy some authentic German fare and delicious treats from one of our many food booths. For more information, visit www.riverstreetsavannah.com.

Dreadful Pestilence: Savannah’s Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1820

7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights in October. Guests of the living history performance experience the story of yellow fever’s dreadful consequences which transformed the bustling seaport of Savannah into a ghost town. The cost is $15 in advance for adults, $10 in advance children (ages 8-17) and $17 for adults and $15 for children at the time of the performance. Not suitable for children under 8 years of age. The performance requires that guests be able to walk up and down stairs and maneuver in the candlelit rooms. Call 912-236-8097, email info@davenporthousemuseum.org. Reservations recommended.

Deadline for 2013 Rebuilding Together Savannah

Homeowners who live in their homes and cannot afford to make repairs may be eligible for assistance from Rebuilding Together Savannah and may apply for work to be done in the spring of 2013. Applications must be completed and returned by October 31, 2012. Call Rebuilding Together Savannah at 912-236-2022 to request an application by mail, or email: rebuildingtogethersavannah@gmail.com. Or you may download the application at www.rebuildingtogethersavannah.org/AboutUs/InfoforHomeowners.aspx.

Junior League of Savannah to hold annual Thrift Sale

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 5. Savannah Civic Center. The Junior League of Savannah’s 65th annual Thrift Sale will be held on Friday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. and on Saturday, Oct. 6 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost of admission is $5 on Friday and $3 on Saturday, with all items half-priced on Saturday. No strollers or carts allowed. Cash Only. Information and tickets to the Thrift Sale are available at www.jrleaguesav.org and at the Civic Center box office at www.etix.com.

OCT. 6

Savannah Children’s Theatre presents “Bunnicula”

10 a.m. Oct. 6 and Oct. 13. 2160 East Victory Drive, Crossroads Shopping Center. Come join The Savannah Children’s Theatre for “Bunnicula”, a “hare-raising” musical about a vampire bunny. Our adult cast brings this popular children’s book to life on Saturday, Oct. 6 and Oct. 13. Tickets are $10 for students/children, seniors and military: $12 for adults. Tickets can be purchased at www.savannahchildrenstheatre.org or at the theatre box office the mornings of the shows. For more information, call 912-238-9015.

Rockin’ AP Arena Rodeo

8 p.m. Oct. 5-6. 3700 Kennedy Bridge Road, Claxton. NeSmith Chevrolet will sponsor of the Rockin’ AP Arena Rodeo taking place, Friday, Oct. 5 and Saturday Oct. 6 at 8 p.m. both nights. Event proceeds benefit Evans County C.A.R.E.S. The event will be action-packed with the best in professional bull riding, steer wrestling and more. Tickets for adults are $10, for kids 6-12 years old are $5 and children 5 years old and under are free. Tickets may be purchased at the gate each night. For more information on the Rockin’ AP Arena Rodeo, contact Leigh Anderson at 912-739-1744 or visit www.nesmithnow.com.

Live Oak Neighborhood sale

9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Oct. 6. Corner of East 37th Street and Waters Avenue. The Live Oak Neighborhood Association will be holding a sale and membership drive Oct. 6. Guest speakers from the community and NAACP will provide information on voter registration. Sale items will include, shoes, clothing and household items. For more information, call 912-232-5652.

Guardians of the Ribbon of Southeast Georgia

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 6. U.S. 17, across from Berwick Self-Storage. Join Savannah’s Secret Gardens Oct. 6 in welcoming Guardians of the Ribbon of Southeast Georgia and their Pink Fire Truck. The event is fun for all ages. For more information, call 912-341-8002.

Toys-For-Tots Concert

Oct. 6. Randy Woods Guitars, Bloomingdale. Randy Woods Guitars & West Chatham Det. 1326 of the Marine Corps League will be holding their 4th annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys-For-Tots Concert, Car and Motorcycle Show. Features seven local bands and 100 percent of proceeds go to the cause. It will be held at Randy Woods Guitars in Bloomingdale and is a day-long event that is open to public. For more information, call 912-665-2082 or 912-748-1930.

Tybee Island Pirate Fest

Oct. 4-7. Tybee Island. The 8th Annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest brings swashbucklers of all ages to the island paradise. Motley Crue frontman Vince Niel will be the headliner at a 7 p.m. Oct. 6 concert. The festivities will kick off with the coronation of the king and queen at the Buccaneer’s Ball at the Crab Shack on Oct. 4. Additional highlights for the 2012 Tybee Island Pirate Festival include The Pirate Victory Parade, Scallywags Costume Contest, Little Matey’s Cove, Thieves Market and the new Pirate Pub with live music. Pirate Fest passes $22. Children 12 and younger are admitted free. For more information, call 912-786-5444 or visit www.tybeepiratefest.com.

Fall Plant Swap

8-11 a.m. Oct. 6. Jane Fishman’s Boundary Street garden. This is the 17th annual plant swap gathering. Swaps occur the first Saturday in October and the first Saturday in April. The swaps allow people to share what they no long want in their garden with people who are looking for something new. No money is exchanged.

The garden sits between Chatham Steel (501 W. Boundary St.) and SCAD’s Boundary Hall (415 W. Boundary St.). Stories, seeds, roots and rhizomes are welcome. Participants do not have to bring plants or money to attend. For information, call 912-484-3045.

Carnival Bar Cabaret

7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Oct. 6. The House of Mata Hari. The House of Mata Hari, Savannah’s only speakeasy, is proud to present it’s first Vaudevillian production “Carnival Bar Cabaret” at the Carnival Bar, currently located backstage of The House of Mata Hari. Two performances will be held nightly Friday, Oct. 5 and Saturday, Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Theater doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Although The House of Mata Hari is only accessible to members, the variety show will be open to the public ages 21 and up. Tickets are $20, but Mata Hari members will get a discounted rate of $15. Seats are limited so purchase your tickets today. Call 912-272-8693 for more information.

Dickens Village Craft Festival

Applications for the juried craft festival can be picked up at Rincon City Hall or at First Baptist Church of Rincon. Booth fee is $25 and all proceeds go to missions. If you have questions call 912-826-5526 or 912-663-3716. Application deadline for craft booths is Nov. 5.

Warehouse Sale

9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 6. The Salvation Army, 3100 Montgomery St. The Salvation Army will hold a warehouse sale Oct. 6 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. There will be clothing, shoes, furniture, books and much more.

7-11 a.m. Oct. 6. Corner of Pennsylvania and Capital Streets. Pine Gardens is holding a neighborhood yard sale, to be held on Saturday, Oct. 6, at the corner of Pennsylvania and Capital Streets. Neighbors are invited to rent a space, call 912-236-4873, or to simply donate unwanted items to the Neighborhood Association’s space to help grow our treasury. All are invited to browse and buy.

Burying the Blues Concert

7 p.m. Oct. 6. Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 West President St. The annual Burying the Blues concert is set for 7:00 p.m., Saturday, October 6th, at Trinity United Methodist Church in downtown Savannah. The free event is a great chance to say goodbye to everything that’s weighing you down and hello to a new day! The program features blues, jazz and gospel sounds with many regional musicians. For more information, call 912 233-4766.

GSU presents the “The Triangle Fire Factory Project”

7:30 p.m. Oct. 3- Oct. 10. Black Box Theatre. The Georgia Southern University Theatre and Performance Program will bring the critically acclaimed production “The Triangle Factory Fire Project” written by Christopher Piehler in Collaboration with Scott Alan Evans on Oct. 3-10 at the Black Box Theatre. Tickets are $5 for students, $10 for faculty/staff and general admission. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m., except Sunday’s, which begins at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased by calling 912-478-5379.

Oktoberfest on the River

Oct. 6. River Street. The Savannah Riverfront invites you and your family to come and celebrate the 29th Annual Oktoberfest on the River Oct. 5-Oct. 7. More than 50 arts & crafts vendors will line the riverfront featuring everything from jewelry and ceramics to children’s clothing and home décor and accessories. There will be multiple beverage stations featuring Coca-Cola products and a variety of beer and wine.

You’ll also be able to enjoy some authentic German fare and delicious treats from one of our many food booths. For more information, visit www.riverstreetsavannah.com.

Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes

9 a.m. Oct. 6. Oatland Island Wildlife Center. The 20th annual American Diabetes Association’s Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes fundraising campaign will be held at Oatland Island Wildlife Center on Saturday, Oct. 6. Registration for Step Out begins at 9 a.m. with the walk starting at 10 a.m. Participants are asked to raise a minimum of $100 to qualify for an event t-shirt. The 2-mile route winds through nature trails and past wildlife exhibits at Oatland Island Wildlife Center. For more information about diabetes or this campaign, contact Suzanne Willis at 353-8110, ext. 3093 or suwillis@diabetes.org.

2012 Buddy Walk

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 6. Forsyth Park. The 2012 Buddy Walk will be held on Oct. 6 at Forsyth Park. Thousands of people are expected to attend the event, which raises awareness and funds for local programs, including Camp Buddy, that benefit people with Down syndrome and their families. Savannah’s own Paula Deen will serve as Grand Marshal. A Family Fun Festival begins immediately following the walk. The Festival will feature a variety of activities.

Registration forms for the walk are available online at www.ldssga.org or sign-up starting at 8:30 a.m. the day of the event. Registration is $12 per person or $40 for a family of four. Registrarion includes this years limited edition T-shirt, lunch and admission to the festival. To learn more, visit www.ldssga.org or contact John or Candy Bogardus at 912-728-8505.

7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights in October. Guests of the living history performance experience the story of yellow fever’s dreadful consequences which transformed the bustling seaport of Savannah into a ghost town. The cost is $15 in advance for adults, $10 in advance children (ages 8-17) and $17 for adults and $15 for children at the time of the performance. Not suitable for children under 8 years of age. The performance requires that guests be able to walk up and down stairs and maneuver in the candlelit rooms. Call 912/236-8097, email info@davenporthousemuseum.org. Reservations recommended.

11th Annual “Patrick’s Ride”

6:45 a.m. Oct. 6. Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute. Rider registration is now open for the 11th annual Harvest of Hope Double Metric Century Bike Ride, which will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2012. Riders will depart from the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial University Medical Center at 6:45 a.m. and cycle 135 miles before finishing at the Augusta Marriott Convention Center in Augusta, Ga.

To register for the ride, go to www.harvestofhoperide.com. The deadline to register and get a guaranteed jersey is July 27. Registrations after that day will be accepted, but riders are not guaranteed a jersey. The cost to register is $100 and riders are to raise a minimum of $100 by the day of the ride.

Junior League of Savannah to hold annual Thrift Sale

10 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 6. Savannah Civic Center. The Junior League of Savannah’s 65th annual Thrift Sale will be held on Friday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. and on Saturday, Oct. 6 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost of admission is $5 on Friday and $3 on Saturday, with all items half-priced on Saturday. No strollers or carts allowed. Cash Only.

OCT. 7

Brides Against Breast Cancer

Oct. 6-7. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion at St. Joseph’s/Candler, 225 Candler Drive. Nationwide Tour of Gowns Stopping in Savannah Oct.6-7. Designer gowns on sale for substantial savings while proceeds go to help women without insurance get mammograms at St. Joseph’s/Candler Nearly 1,000 designer and couture gowns will be available at 25 percent to 85 percent savings. A portion of the proceeds from gown sales will benefit the Telfair Mammography Fund at St. Joseph’s/Candler. Tickets Required. Please visit www.bridesabc.org to register. VIP Pink Power Hours, Oct. 6: 10 a.m.-Noon; general admission, Oct. 6: Noon-7 p.m.; Oct.7: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Picnic in the Park

Oct. 7. Forsyth Park. “Some Enchanted Evening” is the theme for the 2012 Picnic in the Park, set for Oct. 7 in Forsyth Park. The event will also feature live entertainment and a PAWrade for pets starting at 2 p.m. The entry fee is $10. Contestants may apply at TailsSpin locations at 4501 Habersham St., or 473 Pooler Parkway in Pooler, or at the Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs, 9 W. Henry St. This event is free and open to the public.

Raise a Racquet for the Cause Tennis Tournament

Oct. 7. Bacon Park, Daffin Park. Bacon Park: Men and Women’s Doubles will be played in the morning. Mixed Doubles will be played in the afternoon. Daffin Park: Senior Men, Women’s and Mixed Doubles. Cost per player: $30 for first event and $25 for additional event, Cost includes: Player’s Party, Lunch, drinks, t-shirt, and prizes. The Player’s Party will be held at Bacon Park on Sunday evening. Space is limited and registration will be on a first-come first-served basis. Register through Tennislink by 12 p.m. on Oct. 1. Event Number: 700073812. Proceeds from this tournament benefit the Telfair Mammography Fund at St. Joseph’s/Candler.

Tybee Island Pirate Fest

Oct. 4-7. Tybee Island. The 8th Annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest brings swashbucklers of all ages to the island paradise. Motley Crue frontman Vince Niel will be the headliner at a 7 p.m. Oct. 6 concert. The festivities will kick off with the coronation of the king and queen at the Buccaneer’s Ball at the Crab Shack on Oct. 4. Additional highlights for the 2012 Tybee Island Pirate Festival include The Pirate Victory Parade, Scallywags Costume Contest, Little Matey’s Cove, Thieves Market and the new Pirate Pub with live music. Pirate Fest passes $22. Children 12 and younger are admitted free. For more information, call 912-786-5444 or visit www.tybeepiratefest.com.

Knut Erik Jensen to perform

4-6 p.m. Oct. 7. Uu Church Of Savannah, Troup Square. Knut Erik Jensen, a Norwegian native, is an international concert pianist and accordionist. Performing on piano and accordion, Jensen will focus particularly on Unitarian composers and other composers with a specific spiritual orientation. Jensen will speak of this spiritual significance using his own spiritual path as a prism through which to focus his thoughts. Tickets may be purchased at the door. $10/Adult, $8/Seniors & Children ages 10-12.

GSU presents the “The Triangle Fire Factory Project”

2 p.m. Oct. 3- Oct. 10. Black Box Theatre. The Georgia Southern University Theatre and Performance Program will bring the critically acclaimed production “The Triangle Factory Fire Project” written by Christopher Piehler in Collaboration with Scott Alan Evans on Oct. 3-10 at the Black Box Theatre. Tickets are $5 for students, $10 for faculty/staff and general admission. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m., except Sunday’s, which begins at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased by calling 912-478-5379.

Oktoberfest on the River

Oct. 7. River Street. The Savannah Riverfront invites you and your family to come and celebrate the 29th Annual Oktoberfest on the River Oct. 5-Oct. 7. More than 50 arts & crafts vendors will line the riverfront featuring everything from jewelry and ceramics to children’s clothing and home décor and accessories. There will be multiple beverage stations featuring Coca-Cola products and a variety of beer and wine.

You’ll also be able to enjoy some authentic German fare and delicious treats from one of our many food booths. For more information, visit www.riverstreetsavannah.com.

OCT. 8

St. Thomas accepting grant request

The St. Thomas Thrift Store is accepting requests from area charities for grants to be awarded at the end of December, 2012. The completed application and supporting documents must be submitted by Nov. 15, 2012 to be considered. Please contact Betty Ann Brooks at BettyAnn.Brooks@yahoo.com to obtain an application and instructions. Or an application maybe picked up at The St. Thomas Thrift Store, 1126 E. Montgomery Crossroads, Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Voter registration rides

The Savannah branch NAACP is offering rides to the Chatham County Voter Registration Office to obtain authorized identification for the November elections. The rides and the ID’s are free. No documents are needed to acquire an ID. Call 912-233-4161 to schedule a ride.

GSU presents the “The Triangle Fire Factory Project”

7:30 p.m. Oct. 3- Oct. 10. Black Box Theatre. The Georgia Southern University Theatre and Performance Program will bring the critically acclaimed production “The Triangle Factory Fire Project” written by Christopher Piehler in Collaboration with Scott Alan Evans on Oct. 3-10 at the Black Box Theatre. Tickets are $5 for students, $10 for faculty/staff and general admission. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m., except Sunday’s, which begins at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased by calling 912-478-5379.

OCT. 9

Sheriff candidates forum

7 p.m. Oct. 9. Second African Baptist Church, 123 Houston St. The Savannah branch NAACP is sponsoring a forum between candidates for Sheriff on Tuesday, Oct. 9 at the Second African Baptist Church. The public is invited to take this opportunity to meet the candidates and hear their views and platforms. For more information, call the NAACP office at 912-233-4161.

“The Smart Retirement Savings Strategy”

7 p.m. Oct. 9. Jepson Center for the Arts. Barbara Treadwell will give a seminar called “The Smart Retirement Savings Strategy” Tuesday, Oct. 9 at Jepson Center for the Arts at a cost of $25. Find out how to maximize the money and minimize the mistakes. For more information, visit www.retirementsavingspublicoct9th.eventbrite.com or www.barbaratreadwell.com.

“Paint the Country Pink”

October. Dressbarn. In support of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dressbarn announces a new campaign designed to create awareness through community involvement, inviting everyone to help “Paint the Country Pink.” The www.PaintTheCountryPink.com website will feature a map of the country where visitors can show their support for everyone affected by breast cancer by virtually swiping a pink paintbrush over their location. Dressbarn is also joining the fight to help end this disease by donating $1 to the American Cancer Society for every person who paints the country pink. For more information, visit www.dressbarn.com.

Luncheon for AAA memebers

11:30 a.m. Oct. 9. Carrabba’s Italian Grill, 10409 Abercorn St. AAA members can learn more about the Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection during a special luncheon at in Savannah. Members can receive $50 shipboard credit and an additional $100 off per person when booking by Oct. 16. RSVP online or call 912-352-8222

Dickens Village Craft Festival

Applications for the juried craft festival can be picked up at Rincon City Hall or at First Baptist Church of Rincon. Booth fee is $25 and all proceeds go to missions. If you have questions call 912-826-5526 or 912-663-3716. Application deadline for craft booths is Nov. 5.

GSU presents the “The Triangle Fire Factory Project”

7:30 p.m. Oct. 3- Oct. 10. Black Box Theatre. The Georgia Southern University Theatre and Performance Program will bring the critically acclaimed production “The Triangle Factory Fire Project” written by Christopher Piehler in Collaboration with Scott Alan Evans on Oct. 3-10 at the Black Box Theatre. Tickets are $5 for students, $10 for faculty/staff and general admission. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m., except Sunday’s, which begins at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased by calling 912-478-5379.

St. Andrew’s Brings National Speaker to Campus

6 p.m. Oct. 9 and Oct. 10. St. Andrew’s, a Savannah private school, is pleased to welcome nationally recognized author and speaker, Joe Bruzzese to campus. The program is set for Oct.9 and 10 beginning at 6 p.m. at St. Andrew’s School. The presentation is open to the public and reservations may be secured at www.saintschool.com.

On Tuesday, Oct. 9, the program focuses on students’ needs in 5th and 6th grade; the Oct. 10 program provides more information for parents of 7th and 8th graders. However, the program is open to all adults. A $10 donation per adult is requested.

OCT. 10

UNITE’s Arrive Alive Tour

8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Oct. 10. Savannah Country Day School, at 824 Stillwood Dr. The Ricky McAllaster Foundation is sponsoring two drunk driving and distracted driving education programs for students. The Arrive Alive Tour from UNITE will visit Savannah Country Day School, at 824 Stillwood Dr., in Savannah, GA, on October 10. If you have any questions, or for more information, please call Patrick DeGrasse at 888-436-3394.

Caring Is Sexy Charity Cut-A-Thon

Oct. 10. 40 Volume Salon, 3307 Waters Ave. and Studio Beau Monde, 714 Mall Blvd. Unit 8B. On Wednesday, Oct. 10, more than 875 salons across the U.S. will participate in a haircut marathon organized by hair care manufacturer Sexy Hair in support of breast cancer awareness month to donate funds to nonprofit organization Look Good Feel Better. Stylists will offer haircuts in favor of a $10 contribution to benefit the self-help beauty charity dedicated to improving the self-image of cancer patients.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Campaign

Sept. 30- Oct. 27. Kroger. All Atlanta Division Kroger stores will host multiple campaigns in October to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month and drive awareness and raise funds for breast cancer screening, treatment and education. From Sept. 30 – Oct. 27, customers will be invited to purchase pink paper ribbons for $1 at the Kroger checkout, the sales of which benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

PROBE College Fair

6-9 p.m. Oct. 10. Oglethorpe Mall. The Georgia Education Articulation Committee’s Fall 2012 PROBE College Fair will be in Savannah, GA on Wednesday, Oct.10 at Oglethorpe Mall. The fair is free and open to high school students and their families. The nine-week fall tour consists of 58 college fairs held at various schools and venues across the state of Georgia. Students can stay informed about this year’s PROBE College Fair by texting PROBEINFO to the number 33233 or on Facebook, www.facebook.com/GeorgiaProbe.

GSU presents the “The Triangle Fire Factory Project”

7:30 p.m. Oct. 3- Oct. 10. Black Box Theatre. The Georgia Southern University Theatre and Performance Program will bring the critically acclaimed production “The Triangle Factory Fire Project” written by Christopher Piehler in Collaboration with Scott Alan Evans on Oct. 3-10 at the Black Box Theatre. Tickets are $5 for students, $10 for faculty/staff and general admission. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m., except Sunday’s, which begins at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased by calling 912-478-5379.

St. Andrew’s Brings National Speaker to Campus

6 p.m. Oct. 9 and Oct. 10. St. Andrew’s, a Savannah private school, is pleased to welcome nationally recognized author and speaker, Joe Bruzzese to campus. The program is set for Oct.9 and 10 beginning at 6 p.m. at St. Andrew’s School. The presentation is open to the public and reservations may be secured at www.saintschool.com.

On Tuesday, Oct. 9, the program focuses on students’ needs in 5th and 6th grade; the Oct. 10 program provides more information for parents of 7th and 8th graders. However, the program is open to all adults. A $10 donation per adult is requested.

OCT. 11

Sheriff candidates forum

7 p.m. Oct. 11. St. Philip Monumental AME Church, 1112 Jefferson St. A second forum for candidates running for the offices of District Attorney, Superior Court Clerk, and the County Commission District 6 seat will be held on Thursday, Oct.1 1 at St. Philip Monumental

AME Church. The public is invited to take this opportunity to meet the candidates and hear their views and platforms. For more information, call the NAACP office at 912-233-4161.

OCT. 12

Alumni Of Candler Nursing School reunion

Oct. 12-14. Alumni Of Candler Nursing School will hold a reunion Oct. 12-14. Savannah Morning News columnist Dr. Mark Murphy will deliver the keynote address. Some 125 graduates of the school will gather here for a welcoming reception on Friday, Oct. 12; a luncheon at Candler Hospital in midtown Savannah on Oct. 13; and a brunch at the Wilmington Island Club on Oct. 14. On the opening night of the event, participants will assemble in the parking lot of the old Candler Hospital in downtown Savannah for Oglethorpe Tours trolley rides to their reception at Brockington Hall. For more information, email pollystewart@bellsouth.net or call 912-657-9557.

UNITE’s Arrive Alive Tour

7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 12. Alfred Ely Beach High School, at 3001 Hopkins St. The Ricky McAllaster Foundation is sponsoring two drunk driving and distracted driving education programs for students. The Arrive Alive Tour from UNITE will visit Alfred Ely Beach High School, on October 12. If you have any questions, or for more information, please call Patrick DeGrasse at 888.436.3394.

Blue Jeans and Bomber Jacket BBQ

6-11 p.m. Oct. 12. The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum. The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum’s Blue Jeans and Bomber Jacket BBQ will be held Fri., Oct. 12 at the Museum. This inaugural fundraising event will honor all past and present military service members while providing financial support to the Museum. Guests are invited to wear their best blue jeans and bomber jackets while enjoying an exciting evening of cocktails, BBQ, a silent auction and live music by 8 Mile Bend. For the first time ever, World War II bomber jackets will be on display in the Museum’s rotunda. Tickets are $100 per individual and $900 for a table of 10, with all proceeds to benefit the Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 912-748-8888 ext. 107 or visit www.mightyeighth.org.

7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights in October. Guests of the living history performance experience the story of yellow fever’s dreadful consequences which transformed the bustling seaport of Savannah into a ghost town. The cost is $15 in advance for adults, $10 in advance children (ages 8-17) and $17 for adults and $15 for children at the time of the performance. Not suitable for children under 8 years of age. The performance requires that guests be able to walk up and down stairs and maneuver in the candlelit rooms. Call 912/236-8097, email info@davenporthousemuseum.org. Reservations recommended.

Lois Lavrisa novel launch

6-9 p.m. Oct. 12. Starland Café, 11 E. 41st St. Savannah author Lois Lavrisa will have a book launch for her first novel, “Liquid Lies,” from Sunlake Press. An Amazon Kindle best seller, “Liquid Lies” combines mystery’s twists and unexpected turns with a touching coming of age story. Lavrisa is a graduate of Illinois State University and has taught at several universities, including Armstrong Atlantic State University. She is a currently vice president of the Low Country Romance Writers of America chapter based in Charleston, S.C. For more info, email loislavrisa@bellsouth.net.

OCT. 13

Savannah Tree Foundation Volunteer Event

9 a.m. Oct. 13. Magnolia Park. Help mulch trees planted in 2006 in Magnolia Park at the western end of Forsyth Road and the southern end of Woodland Dr. 50 volunteers are needed. Meet at the intersection of Woodland Drive and Forsyth Road at 9 a.m. Bring a pitchfork, hard tined rake, wheelbarrow and gloves, if you have them. Tools, gloves, refreshments and community service credit will be provided by STF.

Larry Peterson book signing

1-3 p.m., Oct. 13, Gallery by the Sea, 1016 Highway 80 East, Tybee Island. (Right side of 80 on way to Tybee, two doors east of Sea Kayak Georgia). Savannah Morning News politics reporter and columnist Larry Peterson will sign his new novel, “Last Days of the Coastal Empire,” and meet readers. “Part political thriller, part murder mystery, and all set amid the Spanish Moss-draped oaks and salt air of Savannah,” says former AP capitol correspondent Dick Pettys. For more information, visit www.Lastdaysofthecoastalempire.com.

10 a.m. Oct. 6 and Oct. 13. 2160 East Victory Drive, Crossroads Shopping Center. Come join The Savannah Children’s Theatre for “Bunnicula”, a “hare-raising” musical about a vampire bunny. Our adult cast brings this popular children’s book to life on Saturday, Oct. 6 and Oct. 13. Tickets are $10 for students/children, seniors and military: $12 for adults. Tickets can be purchased at www.savannahchildrenstheatre.org or at the theatre box office the mornings of the shows. For more information, call 912-238-9015.

World Habitat Day

Oct. 13. Habitat ReStore, 1900 East Victory Drive. Habitat for Humanity Savannah will kick off its annual campaign on Oct. 13 with a celebration of World Habitat Day. The public is invited to attend, to enjoy, and to give so that Habitat can build the most important place in Savannah – a home for a family in need. A “ReStore How-To-Clinic,” which starts at 10 a.m., will show participants how to jump start those home repair projects. The “Children’s Arts & Crafts Clinic,” which starts at 12 noon, will encourages kids to use materials and their imagination to craft their dream house. These free workshops will occur at the Habitat ReStore.

Habitat Savannah invites families to visit the “Pumpkin Patch Festival.” Olde Savannah Garden and Produce, sited at the corners of Montgomery Crossroads and Marcus Place, will host the festival which starts at 11. The Festival offers an old-fashioned afternoon of free activities including a bouncy house, free face painting, pumpkin decorating, and a petting zoo. Olde Savannah will donate a portion of each pumpkin sold during the month of October to Habitat Savannah. For more information, call 912-353-8122.

Doug MacLeod to perform

3:30 p.m. Oct. 13. Stewart Hall, First Presbyterian Church, Washington Avenue. Doug MacLeod is playing a live concert at Stewart Hall on Oct. 13. Master of Original Acoustic Blues, MacLeod is a singer-songwriter in the American tradition. He is a traveling artist that writes and sings original songs that are based on his own life and experiences. This event is free and suitable for all ages.

Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home to Host “Savannah Circa 1930”

7-10 p.m. Oct. 13. Home of Johnathon Barrett and Thomas White, 102 East 45th St. Savannah Circa 1930: Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home Fall Celebration, honoring the founders of the Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home Foundation and celebrating the ongoing effort to preserve O’Connor’s legacy in Savannah will be held Oct. 13. The event will feature live music, a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, desserts and cocktails. Period attire is encouraged but not required. All proceeds from the Fall Celebration will support programs and outreach initiatives at the Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home in Savannah. The cost is $100 per person. To RSVP, call 912-233-6014. For more information, visit www.flanneryoconnorhome.org.

The Zoe Foundation’s Walk to Remember

9 a.m. Oct. 13. Forsyth Park. The Zoe Foundation’s Walk to Remember is a free event where families come together to support and encourage each other through their losses. There will be quilt decorating, balloon release, music, and a mile walk around the park. Everyone is welcome! Registration begins at 9 a.m. with the walk to follow from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fall Festival at Bamboo Farm and Costal Gardens

9 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 13. Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Road. The Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens will hold a fall festival Oct. 13. The festival will feature Family fun with vendors from the Savannah area, food, activities for the kids and new this year, rubber duck races. Adopt your duck for only $5 each.

Dreadful Pestilence: Savannah’s Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1820

7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights in October. Guests of the living history performance experience the story of yellow fever’s dreadful consequences which transformed the bustling seaport of Savannah into a ghost town. The cost is $15 in advance for adults, $10 in advance children (ages 8-17) and $17 for adults and $15 for children at the time of the performance. Not suitable for children under 8 years of age. The performance requires that guests be able to walk up and down stairs and maneuver in the candlelit rooms. Call 912/236-8097, email info@davenporthousemuseum.org. Reservations recommended.

OCT. 14

Bonaventure Cemetery tours

2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m. Second Sunday of each month. Bonaventure Cemetery. Bonaventure Historical Society conducts tours of Bonaventure Cemetery on the second Sunday of each month. Tours begin at 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 3 p.m. Each tour lasts about an hour and there is no charge, but donations are welcome. Tour dates are: Oct. 14; Nov. 11; Dec. 9. For more information, call 912-927-6145 or 912-236-2705 or email lhadwin@earthlink.net.

St. Thomas accepting grant request

The St. Thomas Thrift Store is accepting requests from area charities for grants to be awarded at the end of December, 2012. The completed application and supporting documents must be submitted by Nov. 15, 2012 to be considered. Please contact Betty Ann Brooks at BettyAnn.Brooks@yahoo.com to obtain an application and instructions. Or an application maybe picked up at The St. Thomas Thrift Store, 1126 E. Montgomery Crossroads, Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Speaking Out Against Domestic Violence

2-6 p.m. Oct. 14. A Evening On The Park at Forsyth Park Trinity Healing Hearts and The Ta’Shay & Toneia House will be sponsoring an event on speaking out against domestic violence Oct. 14.

The Savannah branch NAACP is offering rides to the Chatham County Voter Registration Office to obtain authorized identification for the November elections. The rides and the ID’s are free. No documents are needed to acquire an ID. Call 912-233-4161 to schedule a ride.

Homeowners who live in their homes and cannot afford to make repairs may be eligible for assistance from Rebuilding Together Savannah and may apply for work to be done in the spring of 2013. Applications must be completed and returned by October 31, 2012. Call Rebuilding Together Savannah at 912-236-2022 to request an application by mail, or email: rebuildingtogethersavannah@gmail.com. Or you may download the application at www.rebuildingtogethersavannah.org/AboutUs/InfoforHomeowners.aspx.

OCT. 16

Sheriff candidates forum

7 p.m. Oct. 16. Pentecostal Miracle Deliverance Center, 4712 Bull St. The final forum, on Tuesday, October 16 will be held for candidates running for the offices of Chatham County Commission Chairman and the US Senate at the Pentecostal Miracle Deliverance Center. The public is invited to take this opportunity to meet the candidates and hear their views and platforms. For more information, call the NAACP office at 912-233-4161

“Paint the Country Pink”

October. Dressbarn. In support of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dressbarn announces a new campaign designed to create awareness through community involvement, inviting everyone to help “Paint the Country Pink.” The www.PaintTheCountryPink.com website will feature a map of the country where visitors can show their support for everyone affected by breast cancer by virtually swiping a pink paintbrush over their location. Dressbarn is also joining the fight to help end this disease by donating $1 to the American Cancer Society for every person who paints the country pink. For more information, visit www.dressbarn.com.

Birds with Bracelets

7 p.m. Oct. 16. First Presbyterian Church, 520 East Washington Ave. Peter Range, Refuge Ranger for Wassaw Island National Wildlife Refuge, is an experienced bird-bander who has been banding birds since he was eleven! He will present a program explaining the history and purpose of banding, the information scientists gather from banding, who can do it, and how the birds are captured. We’ll also hear some amazing facts that have been discovered through banding activities. The Tuesday evening program is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Beth Roth at 912-658-6136.

OCT. 17

Workshops to focus on tour guide services

6 p.m. Oct. 17. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St. The Tourism Advisory Committee, in conjunction with the City of Savannah, will host two workshops in October to help identify issues and develop solutions in an effort to balance tour guide services and quality of life in the downtown area. The second workshop will formalize recommendations to be presented to the City Manager and City Council for consideration. For more information, contact the City’s Mobility and Parking Services Department at 912-651-6470.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Campaign

Sept. 30- Oct. 27. Kroger. All Atlanta Division Kroger stores will host multiple campaigns in October to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month and drive awareness and raise funds for breast cancer screening, treatment and education. From Sept. 30 – Oct. 27, customers will be invited to purchase pink paper ribbons for $1 at the Kroger checkout, the sales of which benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Cathy Sakas lecture

11 a.m. Oct. 17. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St. The Trustees’ Garden Club, a member of The Garden Club of Georgia and The Garden Club of America, is pleased to invite the public to attend a lecture by Cathy Sakas, Education Coordinator of NOAA Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary, entitled “Rivers to Reefs: The influence of watershed on ocean habitats or what goes down your drain ends up on the reef!” There is no charge for this event.

OCT. 19

Seersucker Shots poetry reading

7 p.m. Oct. 19. The Book Lady, 6 E. Liberty St. Local poetry reading series Seersucker Shots hosts its third installment, featuring Savannah poet Patricia Lockwood, author of “Balloon Pop Outlaw Black,” and national poet Aaron Belz, author of numerous books including the forthcoming “Glitter Bomb.” Seating is limited, so early arrival is suggested. Free to attend; cocktails available with donation. 912-233-3628.

Applications for the juried craft festival can be picked up at Rincon City Hall or at First Baptist Church of Rincon. Booth fee is $25 and all proceeds go to missions. If you have questions call 912-826-5526 or 912-663-3716. Application deadline for craft booths is Nov. 5.

7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights in October. Guests of the living history performance experience the story of yellow fever’s dreadful consequences which transformed the bustling seaport of Savannah into a ghost town. The cost is $15 in advance for adults, $10 in advance children (ages 8-17) and $17 for adults and $15 for children at the time of the performance. Not suitable for children under 8 years of age. The performance requires that guests be able to walk up and down stairs and maneuver in the candlelit rooms. Call 912/236-8097, email info@davenporthousemuseum.org. Reservations recommended.

9 a.m.-12 p.m. Oct. 20. Mossy Oak Music Park. Join the Effingham YMCA for the 1st Annual Paint the Park Pink Saturday, Oct. 20th at the Mossy Oak Music Park. The event will include breast cancer education, group fitness classes provide by the Y, Line dancing, group walks, and booths provided by local businesses. The “Pink Heels” Fire Truck will be there too! Show your support by wearing your best pink attire, we hope to see you there! For more information contact the Effingham Y at 912-826-2199.

Gospel Music extravaganza

5 p.m. Oct. 20. St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 624 Waters Ave. The National Federation of the Blind of Chatham County will hold a gospel music extravaganza Oct. 20. The public is invited to attend. For more information, call 912-398-5740 or 912-233-5639.

St. Thomas accepting grant request

The St. Thomas Thrift Store is accepting requests from area charities for grants to be awarded at the end of December, 2012. The completed application and supporting documents must be submitted by Nov. 15, 2012 to be considered. Please contact Betty Ann Brooks at BettyAnn.Brooks@yahoo.com to obtain an application and instructions. Or an application maybe picked up at The St. Thomas Thrift Store, 1126 E. Montgomery Crossroads, Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

8 p.m.-midnight. Oct. 20. The American Legion Grand Ballroom, 1108 Bull St. The American Legion Post 135 and the Ladies Auxiliary presents Ghost in the Post Costume Ball Oct. 20. Cash bar opens at 6:30 p.m. Must be 21 to enter. Tickets are $20, purchase tickets before Oct. 1, get two tickets for the price of one. There will also be a costume contest with cash prizes. For more information, call 912-233-9277 or 912-507-1640. All proceeds benefit military and veteran charities.

West Broad Street YMCA work day

9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 20. Thanks to Armstrong’s Treasure Savannah, The Savannah Tree Foundation and Home Depot, the West Broad Street YMCA will be having a work day Saturday, Oct. 20. This is great time to help students with community service projects as well as just to come and volunteer! We will be doing the following: Garden - remove summer and get ready for winter garden - weeding, composting, planting Grounds - weeding flower beds, planting trees, fixing irrigation system, removing rocks and debris and more. For more information, email wbsymca@gmail.com.

AAA Halloween party

Noon-2 p.m. Oct. 20. AAA Savannah, 712 Mall Blvd. More than a week before Halloween, AAA will host an event to offer safety tips for trick or treaters. All are welcome and can receive face painting, door prizes, refreshments, and more. AAA members will receive discounts on Halloween events at select theme parks. RSVP online or call 912-352-8222.

9-11 a.m. Oct. 20. Star Castle, 550 Mall Blvd. “Party in Pink” Movin To End Breast Cancer Zumbathon (Zumba Fitness) Charity Event benefitting Susan G. Komen For The Cure will be held Oct. 20. $15 entry (75 percent of every ticket will be donated to fund breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment through the Susan G. Komen For The Cure Foundation). For more information or to register, contact Rachel Penny at PennyR2184@aol.com or visit www.partyinpink.com or www.zumba.com. Learn more about zumba fitness at facebook.com/zumba or twitter.com/zumba.

Gazing in the Garden

Dusk-10 p.m. Oct. 20. Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Road. Join us for our popular Stargazing on the Great Lawn with the Oglethorpe Astronomical Association. Complete with bad science fiction movie before gazing. Free and open to the public.

Dreadful Pestilence: Savannah’s Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1820

7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights in October. Guests of the living history performance experience the story of yellow fever’s dreadful consequences which transformed the bustling seaport of Savannah into a ghost town. The cost is $15 in advance for adults, $10 in advance children (ages 8-17) and $17 for adults and $15 for children at the time of the performance. Not suitable for children under 8 years of age. The performance requires that guests be able to walk up and down stairs and maneuver in the candlelit rooms. Call 912/236-8097, email info@davenporthousemuseum.org. Reservations recommended.

Deadline for 2013 Rebuilding Together Savannah

Homeowners who live in their homes and cannot afford to make repairs may be eligible for assistance from Rebuilding Together Savannah and may apply for work to be done in the spring of 2013. Applications must be completed and returned by October 31, 2012. Call Rebuilding Together Savannah at 912-236-2022 to request an application by mail, or email: rebuildingtogethersavannah@gmail.com. Or you may download the application at www.rebuildingtogethersavannah.org/AboutUs/InfoforHomeowners.aspx.

Skidaway Marine Science Day

4 p.m. Oct. 20. Skidaway Institute of Oceanography, north end of Skidaway Island. An afternoon of marine science programs, displays, tours and activities, Skidaway Marine Science Day 2012 will be held on Saturday, October 20. The Skidaway Marine Science Day is a campus-wide open house with activities geared for all ages from young children to adults. These will include programs, tours, displays and hands-on activities, primarily related to marine science. The University of Georgia Aquarium will be open free-of-charge with special displays and activities. Skidaway Institute of Oceanography’s ocean-going research vessel, the R/V Savannah will also be open for tours. The event is open to the public and admission is free. For more information, call 912-598-2325, or visit www.skio.usg.edu.

Jenkins Class of 1960 Reunion

6-10 p.m. Oct. 20. The Crab Shack, 40 Estill Hammock Road, Tybee Island. The Jenkins Class of 1960 will hold their 52nd reunion Oct. 20 at The Crab Shack. The cost is $45 per person. Checks can be mailed to The Crab Shack, P.O. Box 1600, Tybee Island, GA 31328. Please include the names of those attending and a contact phone number. Or you can purchase tickets online at, www.jenkinsclassof60reunion.evenbrite.com. For more information, call 904-477-1333 or 912-786-8847.

OCT. 21

Paint the Pier Pink

6-8 p.m. Oct. 21. Tybee Island Pier. The Tybee Island YMCA will host Paint the Pier Pink Sunday Oct.21. The event takes place on the Tybee Island Pier. The event will include Zumba on the pier, yoga on the beach, pink hair painting, and various raffle prizes. At 7:30 p.m. there will be a light the night walk. This walk is to honor friends and family that have battled with breast cancer. All proceeds go towards the Susan G. Komen foundation. We hope to see you there in your pink attire! For more information contact the Tybee Island YMCA at 912-786-9622.

John Jorgenson performing at Randy Wood Guitars

Oct. 21. Randy Wood Guitars, Bloomingdale. John Jorgenson, known as The U.S. Ambassador of Gypsy Jazz, is setting fire to stages across the country with his Quintet this summer and continues to add performances to the 2012 lineup. Jorgenson is performing at the Randy Wood Guitars, in Bloomingdale Oct. 21. Jorgenson has earned a reputation as a world-class musician and guitarist and has collaborated with the likes of Elton John, Luciano Pavarotti, Bonnie Raitt and Bob Dylan.

Taylors Creek Cemetery meeting

Oct. 21. Bring your relatives, friends and favorite covered dishes to share on the buffet table. Lunch will be held at 1 p.m. followed by a short meeting at 2 p.m. But come early to visit! There will also be door prizes available. Please bring your card tables and lawn chairs. For more information, call 678-432-5943.

Y’s. This event is in support of National Breast Cancer Awareness month and all proceeds go to the Mary Telfair Pavilion. Join us in your pink attire for an afternoon of Zumba in the Park”ing” lot beginning at 4:15 p.m. The St. Jospeh’s/Candler Mammography unit will be on site from 9 a.m.– 4 p.m. providing on-site mammograms. This fun filled event will include various raffle prizes, giveaways, and recognize a breast cancer survivor as she shares her experience with her battle against breast cancer. For more information or to make your mammography screening

appointment contact Dede Roberts at 912-354-6223.

“Paint the Country Pink”

October. Dressbarn. In support of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dressbarn announces a new campaign designed to create awareness through community involvement, inviting everyone to help “Paint the Country Pink.” The www.PaintTheCountryPink.com website will feature a map of the country where visitors can show their support for everyone affected by breast cancer by virtually swiping a pink paintbrush over their location. Dressbarn is also joining the fight to help end this disease by donating $1 to the American Cancer Society for every person who paints the country pink. For more information, visit www.dressbarn.com.

Skidaway Institute presents program on coastal hazards

7 p.m. Oct. 22. Library Auditorium on the campus of the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography. Skidaway Institute of Oceanography professor Clark Alexander and Georgia Southern University professor Chester Jackson will present a program entitled “Living on the Edge - Coastal Hazards in Georgia” on Monday, Oct. 22, the Library Auditorium on the campus of the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography at the north end of Skidaway Island. The talk is open to the public and admission is free. If interested, please RSVP to 912-598-2496.

OCT. 25

Documentary screening

7 p.m. Oct. 25. Ogeechee Theater, Armstrong Atlantic State University. “Nefarious: Merchant of Souls,” a documentary on contemporary international sex slavery, will be screened Oct. 25 at the Ogeechee Theater at Armstrong Atlantic State University. Produced by Exodus Cry, a faith-based anti-trafficking organization, the film is sponsored locally by Savannah Working Against Human Trafficking and the Hispanic Outreach Leadership at Armstrong. The screening is free and open to the public, but pre-registration and tickets are required. For information or to register, e-mail SWAHT2008@gmail.com.

OCT. 26

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Campaign

Sept. 30- Oct. 27. Kroger. All Atlanta Division Kroger stores will host multiple campaigns in October to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month and drive awareness and raise funds for breast cancer screening, treatment and education. From Sept. 30 – Oct. 27, customers will be invited to purchase pink paper ribbons for $1 at the Kroger checkout, the sales of which benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

One Hundred’s 17th Annual Bear Gala

6:30 p.m. Oct. 26. Plantation Club at the Landings. The One Hundred’s 17th Annual Bear Gala benefiting The Children’s Hospital at Memorial University Medical Center will be held on Oct.26, at the Plantation Club at the Landings. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction at 6:30 p.m.; and dinner and fabulous entertainment at 7:30 p.m.

This year The One Hundred is honoring Marion Gray Harkleroad III born on June 30, 2011 weighing just two and a half pounds. His life was saved by the doctors and treatment he received at The Children’s Hospital. Come and enjoy another evening in “Beardise.” For more information, contact Joan Pierce 912-598-7624, jmp44@gmail.com, Brenda Marchand 912-598-8499, bgm1948@netscape.net, or Donna Hardie 912-313-3003, donnachardie@hotmail.com.

National Opera Week

5:30 p.m. Oct. 26. Jepson Center Neises Auditorium. Working directly with composers in opera is a rare and wonderful experience! In this free event, National Opera Week kicks off with legendary composer and NEA Opera Honors Awardee Carlisle Floyd in discussion and presentation of his most famous compositions, including one of the most famous American operas in the repertoire today, Susannah. Hosted by Maria Zouves, Floyd will share rare insights, answer questions and give a sneak peek into the concert that follows during the week. This event is free and open to the public.

Dreadful Pestilence: Savannah’s Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1820

7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights in October. Guests of the living history performance experience the story of yellow fever’s dreadful consequences which transformed the bustling seaport of Savannah into a ghost town. The cost is $15 in advance for adults, $10 in advance children (ages 8-17) and $17 for adults and $15 for children at the time of the performance. Not suitable for children under 8 years of age. The performance requires that guests be able to walk up and down stairs and maneuver in the candlelit rooms. Call 912/236-8097, email info@davenporthousemuseum.org. Reservations recommended.

OCT. 27

Smith Brothers Market 25th Anniversary Fall Festival

11 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 27. The Village at the Landings. The Smith Brothers and the Skidaway Island Rotary Club will hold their annual fall festival fundraiser Oct. 27. The event will feature LAA Annual Fall Sidewalk sale, Coastal Corvette Association car show, Village Library book sale and more. Admission is free. Call Smith’s Market at 912-598-8212 for more information.

Genealogical seminar

8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 27. Banquet Hall, Carey Hilliard’s Restaurant, Abercorn Ext. The Savannah Area Genealogical Association is hosting an all-day seminar, “Putting Your Ancestor in His Place” on Oct. 27. A buffet lunch is included in the price of $40 per person. A nationally known speaker will present four lectures, concentrating on “organization” before, during and after your genealogy research. There will be two presentations on “Preserving Our Genealogical Treasures”. We will also hold an Ancestor Look-A-LIke contest! Registration must be in by Oct. 22. For more information, call 912-925-7919, 912-398-5668 or e-mail Lcsthompson@bellsouth.net.

Freedom Awards Banquet

7 p.m. Oct. 27. Hyatt-Regency Savannah. The Savannah Branch NAACP announces its 32nd Annual Freedom Awards Banquet which will be held on Saturday, Oct, 27, beginning with a reception at 7 p.m. at the Hyatt-Regency Savannah. This year’s theme is: “NAACP: Your Power, Your Decision—VOTE!” To purchase tickets, become a sponsor, place an advertisement or a patron, call the Branch Office at 912-233-4161. Deadline for inclusion of an advertisement or patron is October 10.

Breast Cancer Awareness Fashion Show

12-4 p.m. Oct. 27. Oglethorpe Mall. Oglethorpe Mall will also present the Celebrate Survivors Breast Cancer Awareness Fashion Show on Saturday, Oct. 27 from 12-4 p.m. in the Macy’s Court. This event is free and open to the public. This first-class fashion runway show will feature breast cancer survivor models from the Coastal Georgia affiliate of Susan G. Komen for Cure Survivor of the Month program.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Campaign

Sept. 30- Oct. 27. Kroger. All Atlanta Division Kroger stores will host multiple campaigns in October to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month and drive awareness and raise funds for breast cancer screening, treatment and education. From Sept. 30 – Oct. 27, customers will be invited to purchase pink paper ribbons for $1 at the Kroger checkout, the sales of which benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

National Opera Week

7:30 p.m. Oct. 27. Telfair Academy Rotunda, Telfair Museums. Celebrate National Opera Week in Savannah with an exciting concert of American music, from opera to Broadway, featuring the music of composer Carlisle Floyd. The evening will include scenes from Floyd’s masterworks Susanna, Of Mice and Men and Wuthering Heights, directed by the composer. The Telfair Academy Rotunda is the perfect backdrop to this compelling evening, all sung by national rising stars of opera in English. Join host Sherrill Milnes and the Savannah Philharmonic Chorus for American opera scenes and great moments from musical theater and popular song.

Tickets are available in advance and at the door. Tickets for Saturday’s events will be $35 general admission, $20 for Savannah Friends of Music and Telfair Museum Members and $10 for Students with ID and available at the door. To purchase tickets, call 855-766-7372.

Voter registration rides

The Savannah branch NAACP is offering rides to the Chatham County Voter Registration Office to obtain authorized identification for the November elections. The rides and the ID’s are free. No documents are needed to acquire an ID. Call 912-233-4161 to schedule a ride.

4 p.m. Oct. 27. Beach Institute, 502 East Harris St. There will be a screening of “The Weight Of The Nation”, Oct. 27. It is an exclusive multi-part series addressing the national obesity epidemic. For more information on the film, visit www.hbo.com/theweightofthenation.

Dreadful Pestilence: Savannah’s Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1820

7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights in October. Guests of the living history performance experience the story of yellow fever’s dreadful consequences which transformed the bustling seaport of Savannah into a ghost town. The cost is $15 in advance for adults, $10 in advance children (ages 8-17) and $17 for adults and $15 for children at the time of the performance. Not suitable for children under 8 years of age. The performance requires that guests be able to walk up and down stairs and maneuver in the candlelit rooms. Call 912/236-8097, email info@davenporthousemuseum.org. Reservations recommended.

OCT. 28

St. Thomas accepting grant request

The St. Thomas Thrift Store is accepting requests from area charities for grants to be awarded at the end of December, 2012. The completed application and supporting documents must be submitted by Nov. 15, 2012 to be considered. Please contact Betty Ann Brooks at BettyAnn.Brooks@yahoo.com to obtain an application and instructions. Or an application maybe picked up at The St. Thomas Thrift Store, 1126 E. Montgomery Crossroads, Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Dickens Village Craft Festival

Applications for the juried craft festival can be picked up at Rincon City Hall or at First Baptist Church of Rincon. Booth fee is $25 and all proceeds go to missions. If you have questions call 912-826-5526 or 912-663-3716. Application deadline for craft booths is Nov. 5.

Shalom Y’all Jewish Food Festival

11 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 28. Forsyth Park. Mickve Israel’s 24th annual Shalom Y’all Jewish Food Festival™ will be held on Sunday, Oct. 28 in Forsyth Park. Delicious Jewish foods from around the world will be offered, including centuries old favorites such as corned beef, pastrami & tongue sandwiches, latkes, hot dogs, brisket, and stuffed cabbage. Returning again this year are Sizzlin’ Sephardic Lamb, Ah mein Lo mein, and He’brew Beer. Advance 10 percent discount tickets will be available at www.mickveisrael.org.

OCT. 29

“Paint the Country Pink”

October. Dressbarn. In support of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dressbarn announces a new campaign designed to create awareness through community involvement, inviting everyone to help “Paint the Country Pink.” The www.PaintTheCountryPink.com website will feature a map of the country where visitors can show their support for everyone affected by breast cancer by virtually swiping a pink paintbrush over their location. Dressbarn is also joining the fight to help end this disease by donating $1 to the American Cancer Society for every person who paints the country pink. For more information, visit www.dressbarn.com.

National Opera Week

5:30 p.m. Oct. 29. Telfair Academy Rotunda, Telfair Museums. Acclaimed by the press as one of the greatest operatic voices of our time, Grammy Award®-winning American baritone Sherrill Milnes’ international career spans over four decades. Now the opera legend passes on his vast musical knowledge and nurturing educational tools to local voice students at the Telfair Academy Rotunda. Chosen by the Voice Co-op, an organization of area voice teachers, six students will participate in a free Master Class where they will showcase their talents and gain insight from the seasoned opera singer. This event is free and open to the public.

Deadline for 2013 Rebuilding Together Savannah

Homeowners who live in their homes and cannot afford to make repairs may be eligible for assistance from Rebuilding Together Savannah and may apply for work to be done in the spring of 2013. Applications must be completed and returned by October 31, 2012. Call Rebuilding Together Savannah at 912-236-2022 to request an application by mail, or email: rebuildingtogethersavannah@gmail.com. Or you may download the application at www.rebuildingtogethersavannah.org/AboutUs/InfoforHomeowners.aspx.

NOV. 1

Cash for Candy!

8 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 1. Godley Station Dental, 1000 Towne Center Blvd., Bldg. 100. We will pay $1 per pound (up to 5lbs.) for your UNOPENED Halloween candy. Must be accompanied by an adult. The candy will be sent to OPERATION GRATITUDE in Van Nuys, CA. They will make individual holiday packages for our troops and ship them overseas to our soldiers stationed in war zones. For more information, call

Rachael DeRing at 912-748-8585.

Dickens Village Craft Festival

Applications for the juried craft festival can be picked up at Rincon City Hall or at First Baptist Church of Rincon. Booth fee is $25 and all proceeds go to missions. If you have questions call 912-826-5526 or 912-663-3716. Application deadline for craft booths is Nov. 5.

Savannah Book Festival pre-Festival luncheon

12 p.m. Nov. 1. Plantation Club in the Landings, Skidaway Island. The Savannah Book Festival invites and welcomes you to an exciting pre-Festival luncheon on Nov. 1. Just in time to garner the spirit of the holiday season, celebrated author and Southern lifestyle expert James T. Farmer, III will share his new book, Wreaths for All Seasons. Tickets will cost $50 per person or $500 for a table of ten and include lunch and a copy of his new book for every guest. For reservation information, visit www.savannahbookfestival.org or contact Allison Smith at allisonrsmith@comcast.net.

NOV. 4

St. Andrew’s School Open House

2-4 p.m. Nov. 4. St. Andrew’s School. Prospective families are invited for a campus tour and to meet the faculty. Pre-K through Grade 12. For more information, visit www.saintschool.com.

NOV. 5

Voter registration rides

The Savannah branch NAACP is offering rides to the Chatham County Voter Registration Office to obtain authorized identification for the November elections. The rides and the ID’s are free. No documents are needed to acquire an ID. Call 912-233-4161 to schedule a ride.

Dickens Village Craft Festival

Applications for the juried craft festival can be picked up at Rincon City Hall or at First Baptist Church of Rincon. Booth fee is $25 and all proceeds go to missions. If you have questions call 912-826-5526 or 912-663-3716. Application deadline for craft booths is Nov. 5.

Coastal Georgia Center to hold art classes

6:30-9:30 p.m. Mondays, Nov. 5- Dec. 3. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St. Jewelry Making with Precious Metal Clay will provide a chance for participants to explore the potential of Hadar’s ™ copper and bronze clays through the art of jewelry making. Focusing on texturing, building and burnout techniques, participants will explore the properties of metal clay and how it is suited to making creative elements, charms, clasps and beads that can be assembled into original pieces of jewelry. This is a great introductory workshop and well suited for beaders who want to personalize their work. The cost is $200 per person and includes materials. For more information, call 912-651-0942 or email, christinataylor@georgiasouthern.edu.

NOV. 10

St. Thomas accepting grant request

The St. Thomas Thrift Store is accepting requests from area charities for grants to be awarded at the end of December, 2012. The completed application and supporting documents must be submitted by Nov. 15, 2012 to be considered. Please contact Betty Ann Brooks at BettyAnn.Brooks@yahoo.com to obtain an application and instructions. Or an application maybe picked up at The St. Thomas Thrift Store, 1126 E. Montgomery Crossroads, Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

SMA Angels Charity Ball

6 p.m. Nov. 10. Savannah Marriott Riverfront, 100 General McIntosh Blvd. The SMA Angels Charity Inc., a volunteer nonprofit organization dedicated to finding a treatment or cure for Spinal Muscular Atrophy is pleased to present the 15th Annual SMA Angels Charity Ball on Nov. 10. Guests will enjoy an evening of dinner and dancing with live entertainment by the Swingin’ Medallions and a silent and live auction. Individual tickets cost $80 and various sponsorship levels are available. All proceeds go to benefit Spinal Muscular Atrophy. To order tickets, visit www.smaangels.org, call 912-727-4SMA or email smacharity@aol.com.

Night at the Opera to benefit the Savannah Children’s Choir

Nov. 10. SCAD Museum of Art. On Saturday, Nov. 10, Metropolitan Opera star Keith Miller will present a concert titled “Night at the Opera” to benefit the Savannah Children’s Choir. The event, which includes a pre-concert Artist’s Talk, the concert, and a post-concert Artist’s Reception, will be held at the SCAD Museum of Art. Tickets are $75 per person, and are available at the SCC’s website, www.savannahchoir.org. For more information, contact the SCC at 912-233-3525.

NOV. 20

“Weight of the Nation” screening

5:30 p.m. Nov. 20. Southwest Library, behind Savannah Mall. There will be a screening of “The Weight Of The Nation”, Nov. 20. It is an exclusive multi-part series addressing the national obesity epidemic. For more information on the film, visit www.hbo.com/theweightofthenation.

10 a.m.-12 p.m. Nov. 29. Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Road. Consider growing plants in your garden that can be used to “beef-up” your ordinary fir wreath this December. Using a pre-made fir wreath and form as the foundation, embellish the green needles with extraordinary foliage textures and colors. Registrants will learn the basic steps to wreath-making with a concentration on using common garden plant cuttings to create a more professional, dynamic wreath to hang on the front door. Workshop fee includes the cost of a 24-inch fir wreath as well as various dried and fresh-cut greenery to make a personal masterpiece. Please bring gloves and a small wire cutters. $20 per student.

DEC. 1

Holiday Wreath Embellishment Workshop

10 a.m.-12 p.m. Dec. 1. Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Road. Registrants will learn the basic steps to wreath-making with a concentration on using common garden plant cuttings to create a more professional, dynamic wreath to hang on the front door. Workshop fee includes the cost of a 24-inch fir wreath as well as various dried and fresh-cut greenery to make a personal masterpiece. Please bring gloves and a small wire cutters. The cost is $20 per person. Call 912-921-5460 to register.

December Nights and Holiday Lights

Dusk-9 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, Dec. 1-23. Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Road. Join us for 11 nights as we illuminate the gardens with holiday lights and music. All proceeds will go to fund the Children’s Garden at the Bamboo Farm. $10 per car $15 per mini-van, commercial vehicles $5 per person.

DEC. 8

December Nights and Holiday Lights

Dusk-9 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, Dec. 1-23. Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Road. The historic district will be alight with thousands of holiday lights and lovely lighted displays. Music, caroling and visits from Santa will make this a memorable event.

Hypertufa Class with Bob Izzo

10-11 a.m. Dec. 8. Bamboo Farm and Costal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Road. Hypertufa is a lightweight anthropic rock made from various aggregates bonded together. Hypertufa is intended as a manufactured substitute for natural tufa, which is a very porous limestone rock favorable for plant growth. Join Master Gardener Bob Izzo and learn how to make your own hypertufa garden container. The cost is $15 per person. Call 912-921-5460 to register.

DEC. 14

December Nights and Holiday Lights

Dusk-9 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, Dec. 1-23. Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Road. Join us for 11 nights as we illuminate the gardens with holiday lights and music. All proceeds will go to fund the Children’s Garden at the Bamboo Farm. $10 per car $15 per mini-van, commercial vehicles $5 per person.

DEC. 21

December Nights and Holiday Lights

Dusk-9 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, Dec. 1-23. Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Road. Join us for 11 nights as we illuminate the gardens with holiday lights and music. All proceeds will go to fund the Children’s Garden at the Bamboo Farm. $10 per car $15 per mini-van, commercial vehicles $5 per person.

ONGOING

Harbour Lights Dancing

Second and fourth Friday of each month. City of Port Wentworth Community House. If you are interested in Line dancing or square dancing please call Larry O’Pry at 912-429-0492. Dancing takes place in the City of Port Wentworth Community House every second and fourth Friday of each month.

2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m. Second Sunday of each month. Bonaventure Cemetery. Bonaventure Historical Society conducts tours of Bonaventure Cemetery on the second Sunday of each month. Tours begin at 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 3 p.m. Each tour lasts about an hour and there is no charge, but donations are welcome. Tour dates are: Oct. 14; Nov. 11; Dec. 9. For more information, call 912-927-6145 or 912-236-2705 or email lhadwin@earthlink.net.

Second LIFE Thrift Store

Saturdays. Second Life, 308 Central Ave., Guyton. LIFE Inc. is a nonprofit organization with a focus of giving people with disabilities the tools that will enable them to be more independent. Your purchase from Second LIFE will go for home modifications such as wheelchair ramps, door widening, roll-in showers and assistive technology. LIFE Inc. was established 25 years ago in Savannah. LIFE’s service area is 11 counties. Donations of children’s clothes, sizes infant to 16, will be accepted by calling 912-772-4162. No stains or tears please. Monetary donations are also welcome.

Drinking Liberally

7:30 p.m. First and third Thursdays. Loco’s, second floor, 301 West Broughton St. We’re an informal, left-leaning group of folks who meet to talk about politics, the economy, sports, entertainment and anything else that pops up. Come join us. For more information, visit www.DrinkingLiberally.org.

Psychotronic Film Night

8 p.m. Every Wednesday. The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. The Psychotronic Film Society of Savannah shows obscure and/or under-appreciated films from around the world every Wednesday. Whether extremely well-made or “so bad they’re good,” their selections are always rare, unique and memorable. Check their Facebook page for updated listings. For more information, call 912-232-4447 or visit www.sentientbean.com/events/view/1433.

MOMSNext Meeting

10-11:30 a.m. First and third Monday of each month. Islands YMCA, 66 Johnny Mercer Blvd. MOMSnext invites moms to come, just as they are, to experience personal growth and practical help relevant to mothering during the school-aged years. Childcare provided upon request. For more information, call 912-898-4344 or email kymmccarty@hotmail.com.

11 a.m. First and third Thursday of each month. Lovezzola’s Pizza, 320 U.S. 80. Come and network with us. All business owners welcome. Cost for lunch. For more information, call 912-308-6768 or visit www.topnconnections.org.

Puppet Shows

10-11 a.m. Every Friday. Puppet People Party Place, 3119 Furber Ave, Thunderbolt. There will be an interactive puppet show, tour of the studio and mom and me puppet craft. Walk-ins welcome, reservations preferred. Cost: $10; $8 second child; Parents free. For more information, call 912-355-3366 or email Puppets@PuppetPeople.com.

Forsyth Farmers’ Market

9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Every Saturday. Forsyth Farmer’s Market, Bull Street and West Park Avenue. Farmers and local vendors will be at the south end of Forsyth Park. SNAP/EBT and WIC accepted. Free to browse. For more information, visit www.forsythfarmersmarket.org.

Savannah Women’s Business Network

11 a.m. Second and fourth Wednesday of each month. The Exchange Tavern, 6710 Waters Ave. Come and join us for our luncheon/networking event. Cost for lunch. For more information, call 912-572-2362 or visit www.pnconnections.org.

Weekend cannon firings

9 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, three times daily. Fort Pulaski National Monument, U.S. 80. The park features the nation’s largest fully functional reproduction cannon. Historic weapon demonstrations follow historic guidelines and portray uniforms and equipment of the Civil War. Cost: $5 entrance free, ages 15 and under free. For more information, call 912-786-5787 or visit www.nps.gov/fopu.

Jazz music

7:30-10:30 p.m. Fridays. Ruth’s Chris Steak House, 111 West Bay St. The Kim Polote’s jazz trio will be playing the music of Johnny Mercer. For more information, call 912-721-4800 or visit www.ruthschris.com.

4:30 p.m. Wednesday. Southwest Chatham Branch Library, 14097 Abercorn St. These sessions are filled with stories, songs, music and activities, especially for ages five to ten. For more information, call 912-925-8305

2-6 p.m. Tuesdays. Wesley Community Centers, 1601 Drayton St. Learn the art, history and technique to making quilts. For more information, call 912-447-5711.

Savannah Sings!

7-9 p.m. Every Thursday. Savannah Mall, 14045 Abercorn St. (meeting room-lower level). Open to all female singers. For more information, call 912-598-3005.

Toddler Third Thursday

10-11:30 a.m. Every third Thursday. The Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. This program is designed especially for preschoolers ages three to five and their adult companions. Toddlers will explore artwork from both our permanent and temporary exhibitions followed by a visit to the Jepson Education Studios. Cost is $5 per child with adult admission. For more information, call 912-790-8800 or visit www.telfair.org.

In collaboration with Coastal Empire Goodwill Industries. Free and open to the public, all classes are held at HAS Neighborhood Resource Center, 1407 Wheaton St. For more information, call 912-232-4232, Ext. 115 or visit www.savannahpha.com.

The Market at Trustees’ Gardens

9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. The market, 10 East Broad St., next to the Pirates’ House Restaurant. The Market features local organic produce, food products, arts and crafts, live music, health and wellness information, and cooking demonstrations from local restaurants. SNAP/EBT and WIC accepted. For more information, call 912-443-3253, email mcastro@trusteesgarden.com or visit www.trusteesmarket.com.

First Friday for Folk Music

7:30 -9:30 p.m. First Friday of each month. First Presbyterian Church, 520 East Washington Ave. Sponsored by the Savannah Folk Music Society, this smoke-free, alcohol-free and family-friendly event features local and touring folk musicians. Recommended donation of $2 per person. For more information, call 912-786-6953 or visit www.savannahfolk.org.

9 a.m. Every Wednesday. Safe Kids Savannah, 420 Mall Blvd. Child car seat safety inspections are held by certified child passenger safety technicians. They will help examine child safety seats for recalls and to make sure the seats are installed correctly. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 912-356-2160 or visit www.safekidssavannah.org.

Dance Party

8 p.m. Every first and third Thursday. Savannah Ballroom, 11 Travis St. Come on out for dance parties at the Savannah Ballroom. Cost is $10 per person and $15 per couple. All ages welcome. For more information, call 912-335-3335 or go visit www.savannahballroomdancing.com.